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Finding the perfect semi-formal dress for school events should feel exciting, not stressful. At Shortandsweethire, we’ve curated a collection of designer semi-formal dresses made for school occasions where you want to look polished, stylish, and age-appropriate while still feeling like the best version of yourself.

This collection is perfect for school semi-formals, end-of-year celebrations, awards nights, graduation dinners, and special school events where a full formal gown isn’t required, but you still want to dress up. You’ll find a range of mini, midi, and elegant fitted styles designed to make you feel confident without being overdone.

From sleek and minimal silhouettes to soft feminine styles and statement pieces, our collection includes some of Australia’s most loved designer labels. Each dress is chosen to strike the perfect balance between effortless and elevated.

Hiring your semi-formal dress means you can wear a designer outfit for a fraction of the retail price, without the pressure of buying something you’ll only wear once. It’s a simple, affordable way to feel incredible for your school event.

At Shortandsweethire, we take the stress out of finding the perfect outfit so you can focus on enjoying your night. Browse our Semi-Formal collection and find the dress that makes you feel confident, comfortable, and completely ready for your event.

Misha Vanessa Gown Black

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Misha Sapphire Sequin Maxi Lemon

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Asta Resort Jennifer Charcoal Sequin Maxi

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Aje Soundscape Maxi Gown Chalk Pink

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Effie Kats Monroe Gown Ice Pink

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Effie Kats Verona Gown Storm

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House of Cb Persephone Gown Smoke

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$120.00
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Effie Kats Marian Gown Black

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ASTA Resort Ana Maxi Butter Yellow

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Arcina Ori Eveline Dress Cacao

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$140.00
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Effie Kats Marbella Gown Lemon

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Natalie Rolt Gwyneth Gown Espresso

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$160.00
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Bec + Bridge Elisia Twist Maxi Ice Yellow

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$80.00
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Bec + Bridge Elisia Twist Maxi Strawberry

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$80.00
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Bec + Bridge Sabia Twist Maxi Rouge

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$80.00
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Misha Devon Sequin Gown Chocolate

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$160.00
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Arcina Ori Monique Gown Navy

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Misha Sisal Mesh Gown Lemon

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Jefre Sèi Renata Gown Baby Pink

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$120.00
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MISHA Sisal Mesh Gown Teal

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Effie Kats Greer Gown Lemon

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Maygel Coronel Gorgonia Maxi Blossom

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$180.00
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Aje Canyon Gown Cloud Blue

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$200.00
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Helsa Sheer Deep V Maxi Ivory

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$110.00
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Deconduarte Georgia Gown Sunset Peach

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$100.00
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House Of Cb Shani Gown Red

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$110.00
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Natalie Rolt Kiki Gown

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Natalie Rolt Fabienne Gown Citrus

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Natalie Rolt Miranda Gown Citrus

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Effie Kats Marian Gown Sage

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$110.00
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MISHA Devon Sequin Gown Teal

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Bec + Bridge Halle Maxi Chocolate

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$80.00
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Bec + Bridge Dante Strapless Ice Yellow

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$110.00
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MISHA Devon Sequin Gown Ivory

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MISHA Sisal Mesh Gown Dove Blue

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$100.00
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Natalie Rolt Miranda Gown Espresso

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$150.00
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Natalie Rolt Bettina Gown Espresso

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$150.00
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Bec + Bridge Ariahn Maxi Ink

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$100.00
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Bec + Bridge Cedar City Gown Deep Purple

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$75.00
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Jefre Sèi Renata Gown Violet

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$120.00
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